Roman Reigns has been making waves in the WWE universe with several recent developments surrounding his career. Here's what's been happening:

Recent Events

Night of Champions 2025: Roman Reigns made a highly anticipated return at this event, forming a new faction called "The Shield" with potential allies like Jey Uso and LA Knight. This move is seen as a counter to Seth Rollins' stable. During the event, John Cena successfully defended his Undisputed WWE Title against CM Punk in a thrilling match.

Feud with Seth Rollins and CM Punk: Reigns has been building a storyline with Rollins and Punk, which is expected to culminate in a triple threat match at WrestleMania 41. This feud has been intense, with Reigns attacking both men on different occasions.

Upcoming Appearances: Roman Reigns is scheduled to appear at Survivor Series War Games on November 29, 2025, where he'll likely team up with other notable wrestlers. There's also speculation about his potential return before SummerSlam 2025, possibly to renew his rivalry with Seth Rollins ¹ ² ³.

Future Plans

WrestleMania 41: As mentioned earlier, Reigns is expected to face off against Seth Rollins and CM Punk in a triple threat match. This bout would be a massive draw for the event, given the history and tension between these superstars.

Potential Return Timeline: According to reports, Roman Reigns might return to WWE before SummerSlam 2025, following a pattern similar to his return at SummerSlam 2024 after WrestleMania. This would set up a potential showdown with Seth Rollins ³.

Contract and Career

Contract Status: Roman Reigns' current WWE contract expires in 2026, and he's hinted at retiring from in-ring wrestling in the next few years, possibly within a year or two after his contract ends.

Retirement Plans: John Cena, on the other hand, is nearing the end of his retirement tour, with his final match expected to be this December ²..